Discovering Toro
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Which region is Toro located in?

  • Catalonia
  • Andalusia
  • Castilla y León (correct)
  • Rioja
  • What is the main grape variety grown in Toro?

  • Tempranillo
  • Tinta de Toro (correct)
  • Garnacha
  • Malvasía
  • What is the climate like in Toro?

  • Oceanic with cool summers and mild winters
  • Tropical with high humidity and hot temperatures
  • Mediterranean with mild winters and hot summers
  • Continental with hot summers and cold winters (correct)
  • What is the diurnal range in Toro?

    <p>Large, with cool nights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum percentage of Tinta de Toro required in red wines from Toro?

    <p>75%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the permitted density of vines in Toro?

    <p>2,700 per hectare</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of vines make up the majority of plantings in Toro?

    <p>Bush vines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main white grape variety used in Toro?

    <p>Malvasía</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the rainfall like in Toro?

    <p>Low</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Are phylloxera a problem in Toro?

    <p>No, due to sandy soils</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor contributes to the deep color and full-bodied nature of wines from Toro?

    <p>The low yields</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of site selection is important for slower ripening in Toro wines?

    <p>Choosing north-facing aspects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of wines may have undergone carbonic maceration in Toro?

    <p>Inexpensive and mid-priced wines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum permitted alcohol content for red wines in Toro?

    <p>15% abv</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of oak is used for maturing premium and super-premium wines in Toro?

    <p>Both American and French oak</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has hampered the wine production in Toro compared to other regions?

    <p>High land prices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many wineries were there in Toro in 1998?

    <p>8</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate annual sales volume of Toro wine in 2016?

    <p>96,000 hL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which producers are mentioned as known for their quality in Toro?

    <p>Teso La Monja and Numanthia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What flavors are commonly found in Toro wines?

    <p>Blackberry and blueberry</p> Signup and view all the answers

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